November is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD Awareness month, and according to Statistics Canada over 840,000 Canadians have been diagnosed with this condition. However, the Canadian Lung Association predicts that there are over 2 million people Read More
A car seat check stop program was carried out today by the Lethbridge Police Services. The initiative seeks to ensure child occupant restraints are properly installed, answer questions and provide installation advice. The Sargent in Read More
For many Canadians, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is a childhood condition. The reality, however, is that adults can also suffer from ADHD. That is why it is so important to have a proper diagnosis of the Read More
Research suggests that good mental health is more than the absence of an illness, it is a positive consequence of well-being. Mark Slomp, Registered Psychologist and Executive Director of Student Services at the University of Read More
Researchers describe ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how the brain regulates attention, impulses and activity levels. The Manager of Accessibility Services with Lethbridge Polytechnic, Mark Davids, explains what Read More
Many feel that adoption is more than just expanding a family, it is a work of love that gives many children the opportunity to have hope, a home and a stable life full of love. Read More
Some members in our family have become not vegetarians but vegan. Many times, it is due to food allergies, sensitivities or just by personal choice. Coming up BCN’s Naveen Day is going to chat Read More
Health experts agree that feeling well is fundamental to functioning well. In addition, being in a good place not only benefits us but also those around us. Mark Slomp, Executive Director of Student Services at Read More
Being mentally healthy is a state that we should always look for in our surroundings. Anxiety, depression and stress are on the list of factors that affect mental health and lead to mental illness. According Read More
Have you ever gone outside looking for your vehicle and it is not where you last parked it? You notice that it was not stolen but something else traumatic happened to it. Well, that is Read More
Good works are noticed and recognized, especially those that have a great impact on our community. Such is the case with the Platinum award that Streets Alive Mission received from the 2024 Lethbridge Community Votes. The Read More
Good works are noticed and recognized, especially those that have a great impact on our community. Such is the case with the Platinum award that Streets Alive Mission received from the 2024 Lethbridge Community Votes. The Read More
To enhance response to major events like wildfires and flooding a partnership agreement was signed in Southern Alberta. Lethbridge County, the towns of Coalhurst, Nobleford, Picture Butte and Village of Barons are part of this Read More
Drug and substance abuse is an issue that should concern all of us. Sometimes, members of our family or community struggle to get out of that vicious cycle. Even if those who are battling addiction Read More
Streets Alive Mission has been nominated for the 2024 Community Votes Lethbridge awards. The Christian organization’s Chief Operations Officer, Cameron Kissick, says they were nominated in two categories which were Community Groups and Second-Hand Clothing. Read More
Online child sexual exploitation continues to hurt our children. According to Stats Canada, child luring accounted for 77 per cent of online sexual offences against children. Since predators never miss an opportunity to find victims, parents Read More
October is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. What is the Chinook Sexual Assault Centre doing locally ? BCN’s Jeannette Rocher chats with the organization’s CEO Kristine Cassie.Read More
So, where do today’s youth aged 15 to 17 get their sexual health information? According to Stats Canada 85 per cent of our young people say they have gone to an adult for help or advice about Read More
With today’s high cost of living having to buy multiple pairs of shoes for growing children can wear on parents’ nerves and wallets! Emilie Soper, certified pedorthist, offers some advice on choosing the right Read More
Many dream of living a life of relaxation as they reach their golden years and settle into retirement. The reality for many seniors, however, is that there are often times feelings of isolation and loneliness. Read More
Many Canadians are proud of our country’s ‘free’ health care, but since 1997, the cost of our health care system has skyrocketed 240 per cent! Nadeem Esmail, senior fellow with the Fraser Institute and co-author of Read More
Making healthy choices is easier said than done. But sometimes it’s more than a craving. Katherine Pasour, author of the book “Honoring God with My Body: Journey to Wellness and a Healthy Lifestyle” shares Read More
As we age our ability to hear may diminish. But how do we recognize hearing issues in our kids? Mitchell Harris, audiologist with HearingLife in Lethbridge gives some tips to BCN’s Michael Klassen on Read More
A class action lawsuit has been launched on behalf of a 34-year old St. Albert woman who says she sustained injuries as a result of taking the COVID-19 vaccine. Cold Lake, Alberta lawyer, Leighton Grey, Read More
Infertility is becoming a real concern in Canada. A recent report showed that in 2022, our country’s fertility rate hit the lowest point on record in more than a century. Dr. Caitlin Dunne, a physician Read More
Having different generations in the workplace can be rewarding and sometimes challenging. Sociologist Dr. Scott De Long says the older generation must recognize and be sensitive to the fact that many of the younger generation Read More
In a world where so many people are battling addictions and suffering one man found his way out. Allan Nelson says it was his relationship with Jesus which helped set him free and on to Read More
Stress. It affects so many of us. We feel a lot of stress especially when it comes to the high cost of living these days. Talking about stress and its effects, being kind to those Read More
Over the last couple of years, women’s shelters in Alberta received over 59-thousand calls for help due to domestic violence. That is an increase of 12.5 per cent compared to previous years. Jill Young, CEO Read More
If you’re ever in a serious accident it’s nice to know there are people out there who have donated their blood to help save your life. But did you ever think about donating Read More
